Cornish Rex

About The Cornish Rex

If you ever felt the need to take a second look to be sure the animal
in front of you was actually a cat, then you've probably already seen a
Cornish Rex. These unusual looking cats are very different from other
cat breeds in appearance and coat texture. Some people think they look
like alien creatures and others feel that they are very similar in
appearance to the cats depicted in ancient Egyptian artwork. However,
the Cornish Rex actually is a breed that was established in Great
Britain in the late twentieth century.

These cats have a build
that brings to mind the Italian Greyhound or the Whippet and, just like
their canine counterparts, they are very fast animals. It has a coat
that resembles the fashionable crimped hairstyles that were so popular
in the early twentieth century. Although it may not look very soft, this
cat's coat is so soft that most people compare it to silk or velvet.

If
you think that this breed is an ornamental, sedate cat, think again.
This breed is downright goofy and playful and never actually outgrows
kittenhood. This natural born performer loves to learn new tricks and is
quite willing to play fetching and catching games for hours on end.
This fun loving nature makes the Rex a natural choice for families, as
these cats do not mind children who treat them well.

In fact,
this breed loves people so much that it is an extremely bad choice for a
career oriented individual who spends a lot of time at work. If no one
in your family spends much time in the house, you may want to look for a
less sociable cat breed instead. If you do decide that you want a
Cornish Rex, consider adding a second cat or a cat friendly dog breed to
the household, as well. The company of another animal should help your
Rex stave off loneliness.

If you have cat allergies, you may have
heard that this breed is safe for people with allergy problems. While it
is true that many people who are allergic to other cat breeds do not
seem to suffer from allergies to the Rex, no cat is really
hypoallergenic. If you have allergy induced asthma, you may still have a
reaction to this breed. However, if you have mild allergies, you may
find that you are not allergic to these fascinating cats. Before you buy
a Rex kitten, ask the breeder if you can spend some time around a few
adult cats first to see if you start sneezing and sniffing.

Since
this breed burns a lot of energy, you should look for a cat food diet
that is high in protein. Foods that prevent hairballs are rarely
necessary, as this breed does not shed a great deal and has very fine
hair. If you brush your Cornish Rex once a week to remove loose hair and
dander, he should be fine.

So, if you don't mind having a cat
that looks like he could be an alien visitor, then the Cornish Rex may
be the perfect breed for you. After all, this cat's personality more
than makes up for his unusual appearance.